Patient Care Technician PRN NIGHTS

DescriptionAt ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.Job SummaryPerforms patient observation, documents patient care and response to care and communicates significant information to the registered nurse and other appropriate team members. Essential FunctionsAssists patients with activities of daily livingConsults with and keeps supervisor informed of unit activities, needs, and problems related to patient careProvide basic care to ill patientsProvides general nursing care such as positioning the patient, lifting, turning, applying/utilizing special equipment, assisting in the use of bed pan, urinal or commode, ambulating the patient, pre operative and post operative care, and application of binder or anti embolic stockings, bed bath, oral/hair/back care, changing bed linens, cleaning over bed table, and bedside stand, straightening patient room and other general care necessary during the shiftTakes and records temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure, and intake and output measurements accurately. Documents in a timely manner. Prepares patient room and bed for admission and transfers and ensures all necessary equipment is in roomMaintains an attractive and comfortable environment for patients with special consideration to cleanliness of room, ventilation, and lightingAssists in patient admission, transfer, and discharge procedures. Assist with handling and care of patient belongings and other personal propertyAnswers patient call lights, telephone, and paging system and responds as appropriateUnder the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs routine treatment procedures such as enemas, application of appliances for heat and coldAble to release, remove, and reapply restraints to patient under the direction of an RNEnsures patient is in proper position and alignmentAssist Registered Nurse and/or LVN/LPN with complicated patient treatment proceduresServes and removes patient meal tray in timely mannerAssists with feeding and/or preparing items such as opening milk container, cutting food for patientAssist in the maintenance of a safe and clean environmentPerform these duties under the direction and supervision of a Registered NurseFunctions as a member of the Patient Care Team in conjunction with the Licensed Direct Care GiverKnowledge/Skills/Abilities/ExpectationsMust read, write and speak fluent EnglishMust have good and regular attendanceExcellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skillsBasic computer knowledgeAble to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situationsAbility to maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departmentsPerforms other related duties as assignedQualificationsEducationHigh school graduate or GEDSuccessful completion of a Patient Care Training program preferredLicenses/CertificationsState Certified Nursing Assistant licensure preferredBLS certification requiredExperienceHealthcare experience preferred